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🏠 For Home Buyers

You've saved for years. Don't buy a money pit.

You're about to make the biggest purchase of your life. You deserve to know exactly what's behind those walls, under that roof, and beneath that foundation — before you sign anything.

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You Shouldn't Have to Guess
You did everything right to get here.
Don't let the unknown ruin it.

You saved, you searched, you found a place that feels like home. But now the doubt creeps in — what if there's something nobody's telling you? What if the problems you can't see are the ones that cost the most?

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"What am I not seeing?"

Behind the fresh paint and staged furniture, the real story lives in the foundation, the wiring, the plumbing, the roof. You shouldn't need 20 years in construction to read it.

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"What do I fix first?"

You got an inspection report with 30 items. Some say "monitor." Some say "recommend repair." Nobody tells you what's actually urgent and what's just a house being a house.

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"Who can I trust?"

The seller wants top dollar. Your agent wants the deal to close. You need someone in your corner with nothing to sell you — just the truth about what you're buying.

Your Report, Your Roadmap
You'll know exactly what to handle,
what to plan for, and what to let go.

No more Googling at midnight. No more guessing if that crack is serious. Every finding gets sorted into three clear categories — so you always know where you stand.

◆ Handle This

Real issues worth addressing now. A small investment today prevents a big expense tomorrow. You'll know exactly what to do and what it typically costs.

"Basement moisture at the rear wall — have a waterproofing specialist evaluate drainage. Addressable, not catastrophic."
◆ Plan For This

Not urgent. Budget on your timeline. Keep an eye on these — no reason to panic, but smart to plan ahead so nothing surprises you.

"Water heater is 11 years old, functional, no leaks. Budget for replacement in 2-4 years. Consider tankless."
◆ Worth The Investment

Not broken — but upgrading adds real value. These aren't problems. They're opportunities. Updating these items increases your home's comfort, efficiency, and resale value.

"Original windows are functional but single-pane. Upgrading to double-pane would cut energy bills and boost resale value. Window replacement ROI averages 60–70% — costs vary by home and installer."
Your Path to Clarity
Three steps to buying with confidence.
1

Book online

Pick a date that works. We'll confirm within a few hours and answer any questions before we show up.

2

We walk it together

We inspect the property with you, explaining everything in real time — not jargon, just straight talk about what you're buying.

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Get your roadmap

Within 48 hours you'll have a branded report with photos, priorities, and clear next steps — Handle This, Plan For This, Worth The Investment.

Your Investment
What's your peace of mind worth?
Less than you think.
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Need an inspection quickly?
Closing date coming up fast? Pay now and we'll get you scheduled within 48 hours — no back-and-forth.
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Single Diagnostic
One-time property assessment
$627
one visit · 48-hr report
✓ Full property walkthrough with you, on-site
✓ Branded report with photos within 48 hours
✓ Handle / Plan / Invest priority breakdown
✓ Plain-English explanations — no jargon
✓ Negotiation leverage for your offer
✓ 90-minute strategy session with John
✓ Priority action list with typical cost ranges
✓ Year 1 homeowner's action plan
✓ 30-day follow-up check-in call
– Year-round advisory access
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Best Value
HomeGuardian Plan
Year-round protection, done for you
$1,633
per year
✓ Everything in Single Diagnostic
✓ Custom 3-year home maintenance roadmap
✓ Quarterly check-in visits all year
✓ Year-round phone support — no hold music
✓ Priority scheduling — always first in line
✓ Vetted contractor network — my trusted pros
✓ Seasonal filter replacements — handled
✓ Annual water heater flush — before it fails
✓ Gutter clean-out — spring & fall, done for you
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🛡 The math is simple: The average hidden issue we catch saves homeowners $4,000–$12,000 in future repairs. One caught problem pays for this service several times over.

The Cost of Not Knowing
You've worked too hard to let something
you didn't know about take it away.
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That small moisture stain in the basement becomes a $15,000 foundation waterproofing project once you move in.

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That outdated electrical panel your agent said was "common" turns out to be a safety hazard your insurance won't cover.

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That "minor" roof issue becomes $8,000 in water damage your first winter because nobody told you it mattered.

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You close without negotiating and spend $12,000 in your first year on repairs that should have been the seller's problem.

You deserve to know before you sign. That's why HomeGuard exists.

John McCormick — HomeGuard Diagnostics
Your Guide

You shouldn't need 20 years in construction to understand what you're buying.

But I have those 20 years — building, remodeling, and repairing homes across Pittsburgh. I've seen what happens when buyers close on homes with problems nobody caught.

When I walk your property, I'm in your corner. I read your house like a builder, explain everything like a neighbor, and hand you a roadmap you can actually use — whether that's negotiating the price, walking away, or buying with total confidence.

InterNACHI Certified Insured Background-Checked 20+ Years Experience
Buyers Like You
They had the same fears.
Here's how they moved forward.
★★★★★
"We were terrified about our first home. John walked through everything with us, explained what mattered and what didn't, and we closed with zero surprises. The 'Worth The Investment' section showed us exactly where to put our money first."
Sarah & Mike T.
First-time buyers, Murrysville
★★★★★
"The report gave us real leverage. We negotiated $6,500 off the price based on the 'Handle This' items. Our agent said she'd never seen an inspection report this clear."
James L.
Buyer, Monroeville

You've earned this home.
Now make sure it's everything you think it is.

One diagnostic. Full clarity. Walk into your new home knowing exactly what you're getting — on your terms.

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